Tyrik J. Pitts
Winter Park,FL
Summary
High-impact performance strategist with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and a track record of driving results in high-stakes environments. By bridging the gap between the study of human movement (biomechanics) and actionable performance data, I specialize in identifying the marginal gains that separate competitors from champions. Transitioning from an elite athletic background to a career defined by strategic analysis, I leverage a unique "calm under pressure" temperament and "energy-driven" leadership style. My professional objective is to apply these data-driven insights and operational discipline to optimize organizational and athletic performance within sports leadership and technical talent environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Track and Field Coach
Lake Howell High School
Winter Park, FL
01.2024 - Current
- Directed a comprehensive athletic program overhaul, leading the team to a historic State Championship appearance after a 20-year hiatus.
- Conducted deep-dive performance analysis of athletes, utilizing biomechanical data to customize training regimens and optimize individual growth.
- Managed strategic competition scheduling and athlete exposure initiatives to ensure peak performance coincided with regional and state qualifiers.
Professional Educator
Seminole County Schools
08.2023 - Current
- Functioned as a lead instructional designer, translating complex educational standards into actionable, data-informed curricula.
- Managed large-scale student performance data sets to track academic growth, identifying trends to pivot instructional strategies for optimal engagement, with student test scores improving each academic year.
- Applied pedagogical expertise to manage diverse classroom environments, ensuring operational discipline and achievement of core learning objectives.
- Contributed to sustained schoolwide academic excellence, helping maintain an “A” school rating
- 4-Year Tenure
Captel Service Specialist
CAPTEL
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Demonstrated technical talent and operational speed, maintaining a typing pace 8% higher than the organizational average in a high-pressure service environment.
- Served as a primary link in the data verification and quality assurance chain, matching live audio feeds to visual prompts with 100% technical accuracy.
- Ensured zero-latency communication and data integrity while adhering to strict regulatory protocols and performance metrics.
Coach
i9 Sports
06.2017 - 08.2021
- Optimized individual player performance through the implementation of detailed, metric-informed practice sessions focused on fundamental mastery.
- Developed cohesive team strategies by teaching structured game plays, emphasizing the intersection of individual role-clarity and collective success.
- Educated athletes on the vital link between nutrition and physiological performance to drive long-term health and peak on-field results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05-2022
High School Diploma -
East Lee County High School
2017
Skills
- Strategic & Analytical
- Kinesiology & Biomechanics
- Strategic Planning
- Performance Analysis
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Performance Improvements
- Rule Understanding & Compliance
- Conflict Resolution
- Operational & Leadership
- Team Leadership & Mentorship
- Strategic Communication
- Athlete Safety & Injury Prevention
- Instructional Design & Pedagogy
- Offensive & Defensive Strategy
- Performance Data Management
- Organizational Efficiency
Certification
- CPR/AED & First Aid Certified
- NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Certified
- NFHS Concussion in Sports Certified
- Florida Athletic Coaching Endorsement
Timeline
Head Track and Field Coach
Lake Howell High School
01.2024 - Current
Professional Educator
Seminole County Schools
08.2023 - Current
Captel Service Specialist
CAPTEL
01.2019 - 01.2021
Coach
i9 Sports
06.2017 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Central Florida
High School Diploma -
East Lee County High School
Community Service
East Lee County High School, Managed inventory and sales for East Lee County High School concessions, strategically raising funds to support local athletic programs., Operational Fundraising
PROFESSIONAL PHILOSOPHY
My leadership is rooted in the belief that energy is the foundational catalyst for all performance; when energy is stagnant, even the most robust strategies fail. My commitment to mission-driven leadership was forged at age 17, when the loss of my brother to gun violence transformed my perspective on the urgency of influence. I walked onto a basketball court the very next day with a clarified purpose: to use the vehicle of sports to change lives. Whether on the field or in a technical environment, I approach every challenge with the resilience and calm required to turn high-pressure situations into measurable growth. Beyond the court, I believe sports serve as the ultimate universal language for building stronger communities. Whether mentoring youth or leading a technical project, my goal is to foster an ecosystem where everyone has the energy to thrive. For me, sports are a blueprint for collective success and social impact.